Dartcor Hospitality delivers hospitality-driven dining experiences that strengthen workplace culture, connection, and performance. We partner with leading organizations to transform everyday moments from meals and coffee breaks to meetings and events into meaningful experiences that bring people together and support how teams work and thrive.
Through chef-curated cafés, markets, and corporate dining programs, we combine culinary excellence with intentional service, creating environments where people feel valued, energized, and connected.
As part of the Dartcor Enterprises family of brands, we are guided by a shared belief: the power of hospitality inspires human connection and unlocks the potential of every community we serve.
Dartcor Hospitality is seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to lead culinary operations within a corporate dining environment. This role serves as the creative and operational leader of the kitchen, responsible for menu development, food quality, operational efficiency, and the leadership of the culinary team.
The Executive Chef plays a key role in shaping the guest experience by delivering high-quality, consistent culinary offerings while maintaining strong food safety standards and cost controls. This role requires a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to developing a strong culinary culture while supporting operational and financial performance.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
• Lead the culinary vision of the account by developing seasonal menus, weekly specials, and innovative offerings that enhance the guest experience.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing culinary team while promoting a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee kitchen operations to ensure consistent food quality, operational efficiency, and adherence to company standards.
• Partner with management to support business growth through creative menu offerings, catering programs, and operational excellence.
Responsibilities:
• Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring all food production meets company standards for quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Develop and execute seasonal menus and weekly specials that align with brand standards and guest preferences.
• Oversee all food preparation processes to ensure recipes, portion standards, and culinary techniques are followed consistently.
• Manage food purchasing and maintain strong relationships with approved vendors and suppliers.
• Monitor weekly and monthly inventory processes to maintain accurate food cost and purchasing controls.
• Manage food and labor costs while maintaining high culinary standards and operational efficiency.
• Ensure all kitchen stations are prepared, stocked, and organized for daily service.
• Conduct regular kitchen walkthroughs to ensure cleanliness, organization, and food safety compliance.
• Maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Lead preparation for health inspections and ensure corrective actions are implemented when necessary.
• Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff while promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Conduct daily pre-shift meetings to review menu specials, catering events, and operational updates.
• Establish clear performance expectations and provide ongoing feedback to support team development.
• Collaborate with management and service teams to ensure smooth operations and strong guest satisfaction.
• Support catering production and special events to ensure consistent culinary quality across all programs.
• Monitor guest feedback and adjust menu offerings or operational processes when appropriate.
• Participate in required training and perform additional responsibilities as needed to support operational excellence.
Requirements
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training preferred.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive culinary experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in high-volume, upscale casual, corporate dining, or hospitality environments.
• Strong leadership and team development skills with the ability to motivate and guide a culinary team.
• Exceptional culinary knowledge including modern cooking techniques, global cuisine influences, and seasonal menu development.
• Solid understanding of food cost management, inventory control, purchasing, and labor planning.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple operational priorities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills when working with management, service teams, and corporate clients.
• Deep understanding of food safety, sanitation, allergen awareness, and proper temperature control procedures.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety certification required or obtainable upon hire.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment while maintaining high culinary standards.
Benefits
Why Dartcor?
At Dartcor, we believe hospitality is an art form and leadership is a calling. We offer an environment where your creativity, skill, and passion will be celebrated and your impact will be deeply felt. Join a team committed to innovation, continuous growth, and delivering extraordinary experiences every single day.
Hospitality is a catalyst for connection and performance.
At Dartcor Hospitality, we bring that belief to life every day—transforming workplaces into environments that are magnetic, alive, and full of purpose.
What began in 1985 as a gourmet market has evolved into a modern workplace hospitality company that shapes how people connect at work. Through intentional design, chef-driven food, and genuine care, we create spaces that energize teams and strengthen culture.
Our cafés, markets, and pantries are more than places to eat—they’re hubs of connection and belonging. Every coffee run becomes a moment to engage, every meal an opportunity to build trust, and every shared experience a spark that fuels organizational potential.
Dartcor Hospitality is part of the Dartcor Enterprises ecosystem—a family of brands united by the belief that hospitality inspires human connection and collective potential.
Dartcor Enterprises is the parent company of Dartcor Hospitality, Chelsea Hospitality Group, and Ōme Caterers—brands united by the mission to build environments where people and culture thrive through hospitality.
Chelsea Hospitality Group designs restaurants, cafés, and cultural spaces that reconnect people with each other and the world around them—refined, resonant, and community-rooted.
Ōme Caterers creates high-style, high-impact hospitality for life’s most meaningful moments. Ōme transforms celebrations into lasting memories with soulful precision, impeccable style, and genuine warmth.
